At Nuance Communications, everything we do is focused on developing the most human, natural, intuitive ways to use your voice to take command of information. Our people and our technology have pioneered the highest functioning speech software in the world, ceaselessly perfecting the ability for machines to recognize and emulate the human voice. We design and deliver technologies that intuitively link man, machine and the global storehouse of knowledge to help companies and consumers work seamlessly and intelligently with the world.

Job Description: - Research into acoustic modelling techniques for large vocabulary speech recognition, including implementation and performance analysis. - Building and updating advanced acoustic models for numerous languages. - Reports to the Acoustic Modelling Research Manager. - Work with team members to build and deliver acoustic models for products. - Provide experimental and theoretical analysis of speech recognition problems. - Formulate new algorithms, create research tools, design and carry out experiments to verify new algorithms. - Work with other members in the team to improve the performance of product and add new product features to meet business requirements. - Optimize accuracy of our speech recognition applications. - Follow developments in speech recognition to keep our research work state-of-the-art.

Skills and Experience Required: - In-depth understanding of acoustic modelling algorithms. - Experience with C/C++, scripting using Perl, Python and csh in UNIX environment. - Strong desire and demonstrated ability to work on and solve research problems. - Ph.D. or Master degree in speech recognition, computer science or electrical engineering.

Desired Skills: - Experience of all aspects of ASR lanaguage development. - Good analytical and diagnostic skills. - Experience of running large scale builds in a Sun Grid Engine environment.

We offer a competitive compensation package and a casual yet technically challenging work environment. Join our dynamic, entrepreneurial team and become part of our fast growing track of continuing success. Nuance is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To apply, please visit the application URL below and enter the reference number 8023.